Hold a valid provisional licence for Great Britain or Northern Ireland
Make sure that any vehicle you drive is roadworthy and properly taxed and insured
It is important to learn safe driving practices from the start of your driving career because bad habits are hard to break.
It is unlikely that anyone except an approved driving instructor (ADI) would have the experience, knowledge and training to teach you properly. Learning safe driving habits from the start will improve the safety of yourself and other road users.
If you want to practice your driving with a friend or relative, they must be at least 21 years of age and must have held (and still hold) a full UK driving licence for 3 years.
All learner drivers are required to display `L` plates in a conspicuous position on the front and rear of the vehicle they are driving.